Program Manager, VBAT Programs on site -- TX or DC (R2842)

Washington DC Metro Area

Job Description

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Seeking a Program Manager to lead a Department of Defense technical development program which will deliver transformative unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems.

Lead a cross-functional team in customer funded research and development of hardware and software solutions which meet established requirements.

Seeking a Program Manager to lead a Department of Defense technical development program which will deliver transformative unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems.

Lead a cross-functional team in customer funded research and development of hardware and software solutions which meet established requirements.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Deliver proven, exceptional, and reliable performance in support of customer/end-user’s mission through flawless program management.

Effectively collaborate, motivate, and lead relevant stakeholders to successfully deliver early, under budget, and with exceptional technical performance.

Manage customer relationships and act as the key point of contact for the program

Astutely balance and rebalance shifting customer priories related to cost, schedule, and technical parameters of programs.

Provide hands-on management of all aspects of the program

Drive the accurate and timely tracking and reporting of budget, resource, and project management standard metrics

Complete critical path analyses including the evaluation of potential means to accelerate the pace or mitigate identified risks

Identify potential bottlenecks or delays in programs and drive efforts to ensure projects stay on schedule

Partner with leadership to guide prioritization of projects and utilization of resources

Establish and lead a consistent cadence of well-organized, well-facilitated, and effective meetings, including driving all preparation and follow up activities

Support an environment where accountability and program execution excellence are core

Report directly to Shield AI’s Director of DoD/FMS Programs

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 5 years experience; or equivalent experience.

Program Management experience for Department of Defense programs

Deep expertise in project and program management

Willingness and ability to travel domestically as needed

Ability to focus on long-term business objectives

Ability to run advanced projects/programs consisting of multiple interrelated projects, in a manner that is largely self-directed

Experience with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet.

Significant experience and excellent skills with Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent skills in leadership, time management, organization, team management

Excellent interpersonal skills and verbal and written ability

Expert understanding of complex project financials

You have a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others